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12 Years a Slave (2013)
12 Years a Slave (2013)
2013 | Biography, Drama, History
Great actors (0 more)
A very good and disturbing film
A very well made film with some talented actors. Based on a true story, it's very interesting to see how life was at that time. Some scenes are hard to watch but it shows the reality of how slaves were treated.
  
Hotel Mumbai (2019)
Hotel Mumbai (2019)
2019 | Drama, History, Thriller
Intense true story thriller
I caught a few trailers for this Sky original production a while back and it looked very promising. Based on true events of terrorist attacks in Mumbai in 2008, largely centered around the Taj Hotel.
The film is pretty straightforward in just depicting what happend on the night, although how much of the film is dramatised or true is hard to guess. It mainly seems to follow in line with news coverage at the time. It's interesting to offer an insight into the bravery of the staff and guests there in a shocking situation. Films based on true events can be tricky as you already know the outcome. Still it does well to create tension and build up the characters a little bit.
  
Captain Phillips (2013)
Captain Phillips (2013)
2013 | Drama
Tom Hanks appears again in Captain Phillips, following a ship’s crew as they try to survive being boarded by pirates. Based on a true story, this is an emotionally charged film with an incredibly tense atmosphere.

https://moviemetropolis.net/2019/06/08/films-set-at-sea-top-5/
  
The Blind Side (2009)
The Blind Side (2009)
2009 | Comedy, Drama, Sport
Sandra Bullock (0 more)
Touchdown
A great heartfelt feel-good film based on a true story. Great performances from the lead character and Sandra Bullock adds a touch of charm to her role. Plenty of fun light-hearted moments along the way. A story that will keep your interest to the very end. Nice touch to see the photos of the real people the story is about at the credits!
  
Lonely Hearts (2006)
Lonely Hearts (2006)
2006 | Drama, Mystery
5
6.0 (2 Ratings)
Movie Rating
A decent crime drama based on a true story of a murdering couple in the 1940's and 50's. It has an exceptional cast, but wanders between crime drama and the sub stories a bit too much. A slow paced film without a lot of action. Ok but could have been a lot better.
  
God of War (Dang kou feng yun) (2017)
God of War (Dang kou feng yun) (2017)
2017 | Action, History
Lots of Martial Arts action (1 more)
The historical aspects
Historical action doesn't get any better than this
Taking place in 16th century China, the movie follows the story of General Qi Jiguang (Wenzhuo Zhao) in his fight against the Wokou (Japanese Pirates) that were terrorizing the Chinese coast. Based on a true story.
  
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Dean (6926 KP) rated Fargo (1996) in Movies

Jun 6, 2018  
Fargo (1996)
Fargo (1996)
1996 | Drama, Mystery
A dark crime, comedy caper that is driven by the characters. Quite odd a lot of the time with scenes and dialogue that don't add up to much. The fact it's based on a true story shows how bad things can go when you try to get a little bit of money.
  
Brokedown Palace (1999)
Brokedown Palace (1999)
1999 | Drama, Mystery
7
7.5 (2 Ratings)
Movie Rating
A very good film based on true events. Great performances from both actressess. Has a made for TV feel to it but the story is good and well told. One of those films you never heard of before that turns out to be very good. Cool soundtrack too.